Global Health Advisory: Do Not Travel. Avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19
Exercise normal precautions in Angola. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Exercise increased caution in:
Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.
If you decide to travel to Angola:
Urban areas
Violent crime, such as armed robbery, assault, kidnapping, carjacking and homicide, is common. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents
Last Update: Reissued with updates to the Risk Indicators.
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Exercise normal precautions in Angola. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Exercise increased caution in:
- Urban areas due to crime and kidnapping.
Read the Safety and Security section on the country information page.
If you decide to travel to Angola:
- Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
- Use caution when walking or driving at night.
- Keep a low profile.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Crime and Safety Report for Angola.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler ’s Checklist .
Urban areas
Violent crime, such as armed robbery, assault, kidnapping, carjacking and homicide, is common. Local police lack the resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents
Last Update: Reissued with updates to the Risk Indicators.
Continue reading...